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Lane Thomas

WAS Center Fielder #28

Lane Thomas will undergo an MRI on Wednesday on his left knee.

It’s certainly not what fantasy managers want to hear after Thomas made an early exit from Tuesday’s showdown against the Dodgers after twisting his left leg on a stolen base attempt. There should be an update on his status prior to Wednesday’s showdown. Fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for the moment, but it’s possible he’ll wind up requiring a trip to the injured list.
Cody Bellinger

CHC Center Fielder #24

Cody Bellinger was removed from Tuesday’s game against the Astros with a right rib contusion.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell told reporters afterwards that X-rays came back negative on Bellinger’s right ribs following his early exit from Tuesday’s contest after a fourth-inning collision with the center-field wall at Wrigley Field. There should be an additional update on his status at some point on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for the moment.
Max Fried

ATL Starting Pitcher #54

Max Fried struck out six in a 92-pitch complete-game shutout on Tuesday against the Marlins.

Fried was efficient from start to finish in this one recording the third Maddux of his career. He entered the ninth inning with just 84 pitches thrown, and needed only eight pitches in the ninth to retire the side in order. It was a much-needed solid outing for the Braves’ ace, who entered the day sporting a 7.71 ERA through his first four outings. Tuesday’s complete game marked the fifth of Fried’s career, while the shutout was the fourth he has thrown. He’ll look to follow up this outing with another strong performance on Monday against the Mariners.
Merrill Kelly

ARI Starting Pitcher #29

Diamondbacks placed RHP Merrill Kelly on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo told reporters Kelly will not require surgery to address a teres major strain in his right shoulder, but the club doesn’t know the severity or next steps for the 35-year-old veteran right-hander until he receives additional medical opinions. There should be some clarity on his return timetable in the coming days, but fantasy managers should expect him to require a lengthy absence, especially since shoulder issues can be extremely complicated matters.
Mike Trout

LAA Center Fielder #27

Mike Trout is leading off on Tuesday against the Orioles.

It’s the first time Trout has led off for Los Angeles since the second game of a late-August doubleheader against the Astros during the pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign. His previous appearance before that was back in early 2018. The 32-year-old generational talent is in the midst of a renaissance campaign with an .889 OPS with eight homers and five steals through 23 contests.
Framber Valdez

HOU Starting Pitcher #59

Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters Framber Valdez (elbow) could start this weekend in Mexico City.

Espada added that Valdez will throw a bullpen session this week while the Astros are in Chicago and could return this weekend to start against the Rockies in Mexico City. The 30-year-old southpaw landed on the injured list earlier this month with left elbow inflammation, but has been able to complete several recent bullpen sessions without any issues. It certainly sounds like he could return to bolster Houston’s injury-plagued starting rotation this weekend. Stay tuned.
Heston Kjerstad

BAL Left Fielder #13

Heston Kjerstad is in right field and batting eighth on Tuesday in his season debut against the Angels.

It’s an extremely encouraging sign that the Orioles are throwing Kjerstad right into the fire following his early-season promotion instead of having him languish on the bench. The 25-year-old slugger tore the cover off the ball this season for Triple-A Norfolk, posting an astronomical 1.176 OPS with 10 homers, 30 RBI and one steal in 21 games. He projects as a potential four-category impact fantasy contributor, if he’s given an everyday opportunity in Baltimore’s loaded lineup.
Kyle Hendricks

CHC Starting Pitcher #28

Cubs placed RHP Kyle Hendricks on the 15-day injured list with a lower back injury.

It’s fair to speculate how much is left in the tank for the soft-tossing Hendricks after struggling to a calamitous 12.00 ERA, 2.10 WHIP and 16/7 K/BB ratio across 21 innings (five starts). the 34-year-old veteran has enjoyed a remarkable career with the Cubs since 2014, but he’s given up a staggering 37 hits, including a league-high eight round-trippers, through his five starts. It’s possible he’s been pitching through a lingering injury, which would help explain his early-season struggles.
Triston Casas

BOS First Baseman #36

Triston Casas has been diagnosed with a left rib fracture.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters Casas will be “out a while” after undergoing an MRI earlier this week that revealed a fracture in his left ribs. The 24-year-old burgeoning slugger’s absence is a colossal loss for Boston’s lineup and is also a big hit for fantasy managers that were counting on him building off last year’s phenomenal second-half performance. The lack of a concrete timetable suggests that he’s likely to miss a couple months, if not longer. There should be a clearer timetable in the coming days, but it certainly sounds like he’s going to miss a considerable portion of the season.
Heston Kjerstad

BAL Left Fielder #13

Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports that the Orioles will recall outfielder Heston Kjerstad on Tuesday.

Kjerstad will get the call a day after the Orioles placed Austin Hays on the injured list. So far in 2024, the outfielder has been spectacular in Triple-A with a .349 average and 1.176 OPS along with 10 homers for Norfolk. Kjerstad may not get a chance to play against left-handed pitching, but those managers who are looking for a boost in power should absolutely consider Kjerstad for a roster spot.

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